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Hampshire and the Isle of Wight's diverse landsape makes for a unique selection events suitable for the whole family. With a national park, three cities and miles of coastline, there's bound to be something for you within hundreds of event listings.
To find out what's on in Hampshire today or this weekend, use the search box above to narrow down your required date. Families on a budget can look out for the many free events taking place while there's plenty of fun activities for kids to do whether it's during the holidays or for a weekend break.
Exciting entertainment takes place all year round with an enviable supply of themed festivals. Hampshire's fertile rural landscape means that food and drink plays a big part in the county's event calendar with local produce championed and enjoyed through Farmers' Markets, beer festivals, celebrity visits and plenty of tasting opportunities!
From an aviation hub in Farnborough, to the National Motor Museum in Beaulieu and nautical links with the Solent and Isle of Wight, specialist transport events are big in Hampshire and are a great reason for a day trip or weekend break.
If you're looking for what's on in Hampshire on a rainy day, there's a selection of theatres with a calendar of events featuring comedy, concerts, musicals and plays.
If you're travelling from outside the area for an event in Hampshire, there are numerous hotels and other accommodation options to suit your needs.
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The guide below shows our calendar of events in Hampshire. Whether you're local or visiting the area, find what's happening near you by clicking the Map View button.
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Outdoor Event / Activities
Southampton
Have fun (re-)discovering Southampton, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a safe, fun and affordable way to get some fresh air with your household, whilst staying close to home.
Curious…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Portsmouth
Curious About Portsmouth?
Have fun (re-)discovering Portsmouth, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a safe, fun and affordable way to get some fresh air with your household, whilst…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Winchester
Have fun (re-)discovering Winchester, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a safe, fun and affordable way to get some fresh air with your household, whilst staying close to home.
Curious…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Beaulieu
A fantastic day of activities for all on a Woodland Adventure Day with New Forest Activities. During the morning you'll get the chance to light a fire and build a woodland shelter before testing your aim with a bow. In the afternoon you'll explore…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Beaulieu
Bask in the warmth of a beautiful sunset on the Beaulieu River this summer with New Forest Activities. Chase the warm glow of the sun's last rays of the day as they settle on the river's calm waters. You'll want to take your cameras, as the Beaulieu…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Beaulieu
Escape the 'buoys' for a while, grab your paddles and head out on the water with New Forest Activities! During their ladies-only paddles, you'll receive expert guidance from one of their awesome female instructors to help you get to grips with…
Exhibitions
Jewry Street, Winchester
Raymond Briggs: A Retrospective, on tour from House of Illustration, is the first ever exhibition dedicated to the author-illustrator behind some of the most popular and influential children's books and graphic novels ever published. Hampshire…
Exhibitions
off the High Street, Gosport
An exhibition featuring scenes of Gosport past and present in paint by artists Neil Marshall and David Whitson.
See how the landscape of Gosport has inspired two local artists with very different styles. The works depict Gosport decades apart and…
Exhibitions
Beaulieu
Sculpture at Beaulieu returns in 2021, featuring the works from international and national sculptors from 19th June – 30th August.
Following the success of Sculpture at Beaulieu in 2019, the event returns and features a unique collection of works…
Childrens Events
Portsmouth
Have fun with the family this summer at Spinnaker Tower. The huge panoramic windows take the family favourite game of i-spy to a whole new level, with local landmarks, islands, a multitude of different types of transport and tiny people looking like…
Free Event
Eastleigh
The Urban Beach – Eastleigh – Opens on Wednesday 28th July
It will be open everyday until the 31st August 2021
Location: Leigh Road Precinct - by the children's play area, opposite Domino's
Starts: 10.00 am daily
Ends: 16.00 pm daily
Tickets:…
Exhibitions
Basingstoke
A major new exhibition celebrating the incredible fantasy world brought to life by J.R.R. Tolkien and the generations of creators it has influenced.
Middle-earth is a place both mythical and familiar. This seemingly living, breathing world came…
Theatre
Portchester, Fareham
'Asasiyun' combines powerful storytelling, thrilling action and a rich atmosphere woven through the fabric of history to provide an authentic and enthralling live experience featuring a professional cast of actors, telling a story with drama, music…
Festival
NEWPORT
Party people rejoice! Jack Up The Summer is bringing back the good times in 2021, returning on the second weekend in August.
Jack Up is a fun-filled, family-friendly retro music festival and one of the South’s most popular events.
This…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Portsmouth
The skies above Southsea Common in Portsmouth will be full once again of kites of all shapes and sizes for this years International Kite Festival. Celebrating its 30th anniversary on 7 and 8 August 21, this free event is organised by Portsmouth…
Childrens Events
Whiteley, Fareham
The session includes pizza box decorating, making their own pizza base with real dough, adding toppings of their choice and assisting our Chef with cooking them in our pizza oven plus create your own Milkshake!.They'll get to eat their pizza…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Sarson Lane, Weyhill
Let us take you on safari and show you our team of African birds at their best as they fly across the skyline at sunset. Your safari guide will transport you to the Savannah for the evening, where our Verreaux's Eagle-Owl will skim close overhead,…
Childrens Events
Whiteley, Fareham
Bring the family and enjoy our themed afternoon tea. The afternoon also includes cookie decorating followed by a movie with popcorn. Unlimited tea and coffee for the adults.
Exhibitions
Off the High Street, LYNDHURST
A Group of 7 friends will be holding a selling Exhibition of a wide variety of original paintings and cards at LYNDHURST, SO437NY. Admission is Free and Access suitable for disabled visitors. Donations to the Honey Pot Charity
Arts
Southampton
**New for summer 2021 **
Breathe in fresh air, walk in nature and let your creativity run wild. This workshop takes us on a journey into the forest, a beautiful mix of Pranayama, mindful movement and watercolour painting.
Be Inspired by Mother…
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